At one point, FC Dallas were the hottest team in the league, but then they went through an 11-game winless streak. Now they sit just outside the final playoff spot in the Western Conference. Is the pressure building on Schellas Hyndman to make the postseason? Maybe just a little.

“I feel like a youngster” was how Landon Donovan described his return to the national team fold ahead of training on Monday in Florida. And that fact has both the player and his coach thrilled. Says head coach Jurgen Klinsmann: “It’s great to see Landon back in this group."

With Clint Dempsey and Eddie Johnson both away with the USMNT and Brad Evans now injured, the Seattle Sounders find themselves stretched a little bit thin ahead of matches against Chivas USA and the Chicago Fire. However, there could be some good news as Obafemi Martins seems to be nearing a return.

12. THE BRITISH ARE COMING!

For some American players, the dream is to one day test their skills in Europe, but did you know there are just as many people who dream of playing in the US? Here’s the story of how one business start-up is helping English students secure soccer scholarships at American universities.

Similar to a move the LA Galaxy made earlier this season, the Chicago Fire are letting fans choose their new third kit. After taking submissions last month, the five finalists have been unveiled and you can view them all, as well as vote, right here. Which do you like most?